Remote Senior Hygiene Specialist

Placements24; Klerksdorp; Hybride; ZAR 900 000 - 1 500 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Executive-level salary

Premium medical aid

Retirement provisions

Performance-based bonuses

Professional development opportunities

Résumé du poste

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Remote Senior Hygiene Specialist in South Africa. You will develop and implement top-tier hygiene protocols, lead remote teams, and guide operations across the country to exceed safety and public health benchmarks.

The ideal candidate has 8+ years in hygiene management, strong epidemiology knowledge, and exceptional remote communication skills. A robust remote setup and high-speed internet are required.

Qualifications

• Master's or PhD in Microbiology, Public Health, Environmental Science, or a related discipline.
• 8+ years of progressive hygiene management, infection control, or related scientific leadership experience.
• Strong knowledge of public health regulations, infectious disease control, and hygiene programs.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and remote collaboration skills.

Responsabilités

• Design, develop, and update comprehensive hygiene policies and standards.
• Provide expert guidance to operational teams across the country on hygiene matters.
• Conduct virtual audits and assessments to ensure adherence to protocols.
• Analyze hygiene data, identify trends, and recommend improvements.
• Stay updated on research, regulations, and technologies in hygiene science.
• Develop and deliver training on advanced hygiene practices and infection control.
• Collaborate with research institutions to advance hygiene standards.
• Lead cross-functional teams on hygiene improvement projects.
• Advise on selecting cleaning agents and disinfectants with effective use.
• Serve as SME for all hygiene inquiries and challenges.

Connaissances

Leadership

Remote communication

Audit & compliance

Epidemiology knowledge

Stakeholder influence

Formation

Master's or PhD in Microbiology/Public Health/Environmental Science

Outils

Remote collaboration tools

Description du poste

About the Role

Our client, a national leader in providing advanced cleaning and sanitation solutions, is actively seeking a highly experienced Remote Senior Hygiene Specialist. This is a critical, fully remote position based in South Africa, focused on developing and implementing best-in-class hygiene protocols and standards across all client operations. You will leverage your extensive expertise to ensure our client consistently exceeds industry benchmarks for cleanliness, safety, and public health. This role requires a visionary leader with a profound understanding of epidemiology, microbiology, and environmental science as they relate to hygiene. You will be responsible for providing expert guidance, conducting virtual audits, and driving innovation in our client's hygiene strategies. The ideal candidate is a proactive problem-solver with exceptional communication skills, capable of influencing stakeholders remotely and leading initiatives that safeguard public well-being. Your strategic input will be vital to our client's reputation and operational success.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and update comprehensive hygiene and sanitation policies, procedures, and standards.
• Provide expert consultation and technical support to operational teams across the country on hygiene-related matters.
• Conduct virtual audits and assessments of client sites to ensure adherence to established hygiene protocols.
• Analyze hygiene performance data, identify trends, and recommend strategic improvements to mitigate risks.
• Stay abreast of the latest research, regulations, and technologies in hygiene science and implement relevant innovations.
• Develop and deliver training materials and programs for staff on advanced hygiene practices and infection control.
• Collaborate with research institutions and industry experts to advance hygiene standards.
• Lead cross-functional teams on special projects related to hygiene improvement and risk management.
• Advise on the selection and effective use of cleaning agents, disinfectants, and equipment.
• Act as a subject matter expert for all hygiene-related inquiries and challenges.

Requirements

• Master's or Ph.D. in Microbiology, Public Health, Environmental Science, or a related scientific discipline.
• A minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in hygiene management, infection control, or a related scientific role, with a significant portion in a leadership capacity.
• Extensive knowledge of public health regulations, infectious disease transmission, and control measures.
• Proven experience in developing and implementing complex hygiene programs.
• Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills.
• Outstanding communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage diverse audiences remotely.
• Proficiency in using digital collaboration tools and platforms for remote work.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and influence teams without direct oversight.
• Published research or contributions to the field of hygiene are highly desirable.
• Must possess a robust remote work setup, including reliable high-speed internet and a dedicated workspace.

Benefits

• highly competitive executive-level salary
• premium medical aid
• retirement provisions
• performance-based bonuses
• professional development opportunities

Join a company committed to excellence and innovation in protecting public health.

This position represents a significant career opportunity for a seasoned hygiene expert.